Science

We’ll explore ideas that cross disciplines. We’ll challenge you to think critically and form opinions. And we’ll help you see how science relates to your world.

Our curriculum is not just about foundational work in the major disciplines (chemistry and biology). It’s a journey that takes off into exciting areas such as robotics and engineering, astronomy and geology, and animal evolution. We offer honors level courses in chemistry, biology, physics and anatomy, and advanced placement courses in biology, chemistry, environmental science, physics and psychology. Our Signature Experience in Research Science (STEM-EXP) allows you to dive deeply into a particular area of science and discover what it really means to become an expert in a field of study.

We believe in learning by doing. The laboratory experience is not just a part of our courses; it’s a vital and integrated component. Here, you’ll learn to interpret data, construct hypotheses, use traditional and computer-based equipment and write clear and persuasive lab reports. These practical skills are not just for the classroom but for life.

Chart your course

The possibilities are (almost) endless. Download the Science Curriculum Pathway to guide your academic journey from beginning to end.

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Peddie students are curious and determined.”

Jennifer Morgan – Science Department Chair

OUR FACULTY

Jennifer Morgan

Jennifer Morgan

Science Department Chair
Head Coach, Junior Varsity Cross Country
B.S., Ramapo College of NJ
M.A., Saint Peter’s University
jmorgan@peddie.org
609-944-7624
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Nicole Blank

Nicole Blank

Science Teacher
Assistant Coach, Varsity Swimming
M.S., Florida State University
B.S., Florida State University
nblank@peddie.org
609-944-7624
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Kevin Brown

Kevin Brown

Science Teacher
Director of Summer School
B.E., Cooper Union
M.S., University of London
kbrown@peddie.org
609-944-7658
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Madeleine Cozine

Madeleine Cozine

Science Teacher
B.S., College of Saint Elizabeth
M.S., Yale University
J.D., Villanova University
mcozine@peddie.org
609-944-7624
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Sarah Crider-Venanzi

Sarah Crider-Venanzi

Assistant Director College Counseling
Science Teacher
Assistant Coach, Boys Junior Varsity Basketball
B.S., RANDOLPH-MACON College
Ph.D., Duke University
svenanzi@peddie.org
609-944-7566
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Patrick Diehl

Patrick Diehl

Science Teacher
pdiehl@peddie.org
609-944-7500
Nancy Diehl

Nancy Diehl

Science Teacher
ndiehl@peddie.org
609-944-7624
Kimberly Felong

Kimberly Felong

Laboratory/Enterprise Risk Manager
B.S., University of New Mexico
A.B., Middlesex County College
kfelong@peddie.org
609 944-7661
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Karolina Fraczkowska

Karolina Fraczkowska

Science Teacher
B.S., Massachusetts Inst. of Technology
M.S., Rutgers University
kfraczkowska@peddie.org
609-944-7624
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Desmond Frost

Desmond Frost

Science Teacher
DEI Events and Logistics Coordinator
Head Coach, Girls Junior Varsity Tennis
B.S., West Chester University
M.Ed., George Mason University
dfrost@peddie.org
609-944-7624
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Shani Peretz

Shani Peretz

Dean of Students, 9th Grade
Science Teacher
Director of STEM EXP Signature Experience
speretz@peddie.org
609-944-7559
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Jordi Serrato

Jordi Serrato

Science Teacher
Head Coach, Boys Junior Varsity Tennis and Assistant Coach, Girls Junior Varsity Soccer
M.S., UNAM
B.S., UNAM
jserrato@peddie.org
609-944-7624
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Joshua Sham

Joshua Sham

Science Teacher
Signature Program Coordinator
Peddie Summer Academy Director
Assistant Coach, Boys Cross Country and Outdoor Track
M.S., Syracuse University
B.S., SUNY Buffalo
jsham@peddie.org
609-944-7621
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Julie Sheldon

Julie Sheldon

Associate Director of Athletics
Science Teacher
Head Coach, Girls Varsity Field Hockey
B.A., Muhlenberg College
M.Ed., Temple University
jsheldon@peddie.org
609-944-7624
Michael Stewart

Michael Stewart

Science Teacher
Assistant Coach, Wrestling
B.S., Rutgers University
mstewart@peddie.org
609-944-7624
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Robert Tackett

Robert Tackett

Robotics Director
Science Teacher
rtackett@peddie.org
609-944-7500
Jennifer Terhaar

Jennifer Terhaar

Science Teacher
B.A., Rutgers University
M.Ed., Rutgers University
M.S., Rutgers University
jterhaar@peddie.org
609-944-7624
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Vincent Zheng

Vincent Zheng

Science Teacher
Assistant Coach, Boys Thirds Basketball
B.S., New York University
Ph.D., Princeton University
vzheng@peddie.org
609-944-7500
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